Coder III

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Analyzes and translates medical and clinical diagnoses, procedures, injuries, or illnesses into designated numerical codes, such as CPT/ICD-10-CM and Modifiers. Responsible for coding complex procedures and surgeries, such as Transplant, Vascular, ENT and Surgical Oncology records for use and planning for physician services or professional services. Performs basic chart auditing for accuracy. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview

Analyzes and translates medical and clinical diagnoses, procedures, injuries, or illnesses into designated numerical codes, such as CPT/ICD-10-CM and Modifiers. Responsible for coding complex procedures and surgeries, such as Transplant, Vascular, ENT and Surgical Oncology records for use and planning for physician services or professional services. Performs basic chart auditing for accuracy. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What You Will Do

• Reviews patient information, assigns codes, and sequences codes for billing, insurance, and reporting purposes. Codes complex specialty procedures such as ENT, Vascular, Surgery Oncology, Surgery Transplant, and Interventional Radiology. Codes Evaluation and Management Services (E/M).
• Discusses documentation inconsistencies with providers.
• May assist with patient accounts.
• Educates physicians and staff on coding, billing and proper reimbursements polices, to ensure compliance with requirements of documentation.
• Performs basic chart auditing for accuracy.
  
  

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
  
  

Work Experience Requirements

• 3-5 years Multi-specialty coding
• 1-3 years Surgical coding
  
  

Licenses And Certifications Requirements

• Certified Coding Specialist-Physician-based - American Health Information Management Association
• Certified Professional Coder - American Academy of Professional Coders
• Registered Health Information Technician - American Health Information Management Association
• Specialty Coding certification American Academy of Professional Coders
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong knowledge of medical and clinical terminology, disease processes, and pharmacology.
• Demonstrated knowledge of CPT/ICD-10-CM and Modifiers.
• Proficient in Windows based software applications.
• Demonstrated knowledge of governmental, hospital documentation guidelines and policies for coding and billing.
• Ability to understand and interpret policies, procedures and medical charts and have knowledge of surgical coding guidelines and payer policies.
• Ability to audit charts and examine documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Ability to conduct complex work and contribute to measurable team and/or organizational objectives.
• Ability to set priorities, coordinates multiple tasks, organize tasks, and maintain control of workflow.
• Ability to work effectively and productively without close supervision and to exercise independent judgement in decision making.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with others.
• Strong ability to effectively foster and maintain good working relationships with internal and external customers including, but not limited to supervisors, managers, other Associates and other departments/areas.
• Strong ability to comprehend moderately complex written materials (i.e. technical manuals, legal documents, etc.).
• Skilled in operation of standard office equipment (i.e. fax machine, copy machine, etc.)
  
  

Supervision Provided by this Position

• There are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to this job.
  
  

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work.
  
  

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

Work Experience

Multi-specialty coding, Surgical coding

Certifications

Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery Coder - American Academy of Professional Coders, Certified Ambulatory Surgery Center Coder - American Academy of Professional Coders, Certified Anesthesia and Pain Management Coder - American Academy of Professional Coders, Certified Cardiology Coder - American Academy of Professional Coders, Certified Coding Specialist-Physician-based - American Health Information Management Association, Certified Emergency Department Coder - American Academy of Professional Coders, Certified Family Practice Coder - American Academy of Professional Coders, Certified General Surgery Coder - American Academy of Professional Coders, Certified Hematology and Oncology Coder - American Academy of Professional Coders, Certified Obstetrics Gynecology Coder - American Academy of Professional Coders, Certified Ophthalmology Coder - American Academy of Professional Coders, Certified Pediatrics Coder - American Academy of Professional Coders, Certified Professional Coder - American Academy of Professional Coders, Registered Health Information Technician - American Health Information Management Association

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